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    Taqueria Modesto

    3.8 (352 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Supreme carnitas burrito .   Avocado in my burrito
    ramirez r.

    The service was good, but the food was disappointing. I ordered a supreme carnitas burrito to go, specifying no avocado. The rice was bland, and the carnitas were very fatty. They added avocado despite my request, and I have a mild allergy. I had to ask for green sauce, limes, and jalapeños, which should be included, especially since they're available at the counter. They offered chips with two small, flavorless plastic containers of sauce. I also saw one of the employees eating from the tortilla chip bin while preparing my order. I wouldn't recommend eating here; instead, try Frida's Taqueria on Rumble or the bagel spot a few doors down in the same shopping center.

    Al pastor tacos and side of guacamole
    Mike V.

    Tuesday and Thursday $1 chicken or al pastor taco's This location is in a busy shopping center, but it is worth it to find parking. The house salsa is very flavorful, and it brings back a bunch of regulars. I have been meeting friends weekly, to take advantage of the taco deals, but the flavor is not on discount, great taco's every time.

    Chips and salsa
    Ronald E.

    I love this place. Taqueria Modesto is a place I dont want to a review give to because I want this place to myself. Great tacos, great service and great ceviche. Im happy I ate here.

    3 Carnitas Tacos.
    Cory N.

    One of the few places left that you can still find $1.00 tacos. Quick prep on this tasty lunch. Plenty of meat on the red street tacos. Topped with salsa, cilantro, fresh cut onions. The 3 Carnitas Tacos are a favorite for a lunch stop. #spicemeister approved.

    John A.

    Came here on a recommendation and will try it again as I am right in the edge of maybe giving them a solid 4 star. The service was definitely a 5, my California burrito with chile verde meat, sauce, and the size was great but the fries were not crispy, mind you in a California burrito they really can't be because it's wet but I think the attempt should be made because you do get some of that crisp if done right, fries where not undercooked so that was a 3.5 overall but will try something else next time. Wife really likes the carne asada has a "cooked at home flavor" and all the salsas we tried are really good. Am a little particular about flys in restaurants and there where a lot by the door, could not see any in the back but maybe they need to get a door fan unit not that expensive and so that is just me, we had it to go so that was not a real bother but if I was there that would really worry and annoy me. Will try their Tuesday and Thursday promotion soon and try tacos and hoping we found a good burrito spot in Modesto.

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    8 months ago

    carne asada burrito was bomb. staff was friendly. Def a go to quick spot if craving tacos or burrito. not the best but it's good

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    10 months ago

    Taco Tuesday "street type" carne asada tacos were small and $3 each. Tasty but regular price and small.

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    2 years ago

    Great, friendly staff good food great prices clean interior Carnitas burrito hit the spot.

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    1 year ago

    We got Carnitas nachos, & fish, tacos-it was on point. Salsa was fresh and delicious. Staff was really nice and welcoming.

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    3 years ago

    Very good tacos, nachos, burritos!! Great customer service as well. They are quick too.

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    4 years ago

    Love this place! There always quick and the food is always tasty!!! They have great deals too!

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    2 years ago

    Great value for very good tacos. Had the beans and rice too which was also good. Great service. We'll come again. Highly recommend.

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    3 years ago

    Friendly, fast service. The carnitas are great!!! Highly recommend. Great prices!!!!!!

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    3 years ago

    chile verde is BUSSIN! SERVICE IS AMAZING!! This is top tier mexican food yall! Place is a lil small but i just get my stuff to go anyway

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    3 years ago

    Excellent food! Very authentic and the service was great! Felt like a true Mexican restaurant!

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    2 years ago

    Love the tacos and beans/rice! Also really good customer service and good portions for price.

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    Great tacos great owner! We have eaten here for years ! Love taco Tuesday and thursdays too

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